Celebrate July 4: Activities, Recipes & Crafts

Spark up your July 4 celebration with our round-up of patriotic-inspired crafts and decorations, festive recipes and San Diego's Fourth of July festivities!

SAN DIEGO FIREWORKS & FESTIVITIES

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JULY 4 RECIPES

Red, White & Blue Berry Cheesecake

Patriotic Flag Kebobs

Star-Spangled Soda

Hot Diggety Dog Brownies

Patriotic Confetti Cake Pops

Sam the Cooking Guy’s Grilled Lobster Tails with Thyme Butter

Find more recipes in our "Red, White & Blue" Pinterest Board!

DIY PATRIOTIC DECOR, CRAFTS & MORE

Stars & Stripes Windsocks

Fireworks Paintings

Red, White & Blue Utensil Holder

Star-Spangled Shorts

4th of July Flip-Flops

USA Banner Decor

Candy-Filled Rocket Party Favors

Patchwork Flag

Find more crafts in our "Red, White & Blue" Pinterest Board!

Father's Day in San Diego: events, gifts, tips and more

Wondering how to celebrate Father's Day in San Diego this year? Find events, recipes, crafty handmade presents, and Dad-approved gift ideas to show the dads in your life how much they ar . . .

119 Dad-Approved Gifts

Every Dad is unique, so have the kids spend time thinking about what they can do, make or give him that will speak to his soul and make him feel special, whether it's Father’s Day, Christmas or an . . .

San Diego County Fair 2025: Tips, Deals & Discounts

Great news! San Diego’s favorite fair opens at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on June 11–July 6 (closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Below are the best 2025 San Diego County Fair tips, deals and disc . . .

9 Ways to Celebrate Summer Solstice

In San Diego, June 20 marks the longest day of the year and heralds the start of the beloved summer season: summer solstice. The summer solstice presents another opportunity for families to celebrat . . .

Free Summer Concerts 2025

San Diego’s Free Summer Concerts 2025 Start the summer on a high note! Here are outdoor gigs and free summer concerts happening throughout San Diego County in 2025. CARLSBADTGIF Con . . .

Happy Father’s Day! 10 Creative Ways to Celebrate Dad

Every dad needs reminders of how much he is loved and valued. While you don’t want to forgo handmade cards and the kids’ sweet ideas for Father’s Day or a birthday, these creative ways to cele . . .

San Diego Family's Ultimate Summer Sand-Bucket List

San Diegans have it really rough—living in a top travel destination that many people dream of visiting. One thing is sure--there is no shortage of fun things to do, especially when the kids are ou . . .

How to Have a Retro Summer

The kids are out of school—it’s time to simplify the schedule and encourage as much outdoor play as possible. Have an old-school, retro summer! What is a Retro Summer? What does it mean . . .

31 Days of Summer Fun!

Who’s ready to get out and have some fun in San Diego this summer? Here are 31 awesome ideas—one for every day in July. Plan a late-night date with the kids. We recommend going out for chocol . . .